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SUMMARY:Beyond the Music Talk: Anthony McGill\, clarinet
DESCRIPTION:Principal Clarinetist of the New York Philharmonic\, Anthony McGill will share insights into performing as part of an orchestra\, among other topics of the classical music scene.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/beyond-the-music-talk-anthony-mcgill-clarinet/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rockport Music Presents: A Far Cry and Anthony McGill\, clarinet
DESCRIPTION:A Far Cry joins Anthony McGill\, Principal Clarinet of the New York Philharmonic\, for a performance of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto\, pairing McGill’s trademark brilliance with the ensemble’s adventurous\, collaborative spirit in a program of elegance\, vitality\, and shared musical purpose. \n“McGill has a silken tone\, but he possesses the admirable ability to vary it\, moving into the foreground or receding into the ensemble as in the swirling textures of the first movement.” San Diego Union-Tribune \nA FAR CRY\nA Far Cry is a Boston-based\, Grammy-nominated chamber orchestra acclaimed for its democratic structure\, adventurous programming\, and deeply engaged performances. WBUR has called the ensemble “a refreshing corrective to classical music’s rigid hierarchies\,” while Boston Arts Diary praises its “top-notch\, finely crafted\, precisely delivered performances” and “robust communal expressiveness.” Guided by the belief that music can help create “a world that listens\,” A Far Cry has become a model for artist-driven collaboration in classical music. \nNow in its nineteenth season\, A Far Cry presents nine distinctive programs shaped by themes such as memory\, migration\, love\, and the passage of time. The orchestra’s subscription series includes full-ensemble concerts at Jordan Hall at New England Conservatory and chamber music performances at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Jamaica Plain\, alongside appearances throughout the Boston area. The ensemble is known for collaborations that cross genres and cultures\, working with artists such as tenor Karim Sulayman\, cellist and singer-songwriter Yeemz\, and piri virtuoso Gamin. \nFounded without a single artistic director\, A Far Cry operates as a collective of musicians—known as “Criers”—who collaboratively curate programming inspired by individual curiosity\, shared values\, and current events. This approach fosters a wide-ranging repertoire\, strong audience engagement through initiatives like Listening Labs and family concerts\, and performances that feel both rigorously crafted and vividly alive. As The Boston Globe has observed\, even as A Far Cry has become a mainstay of the city’s musical life\, “something about it feels perpetually fresh with every performance.” \nANTHONY MCGILL\, clarinet\nAnthony McGill is one of classical music’s most distinctive and influential artists\, hailed by The New York Times for his “trademark brilliance\, penetrating sound\, and rich character.” He is Principal Clarinet of the New York Philharmonic\, making history as the first African-American principal player in the orchestra’s legacy\, and maintains a dynamic international career as a soloist\, chamber musician\, educator\, and cultural leader. \nMcGill appears regularly as a soloist with leading orchestras including the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonics\, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra\, and the Baltimore\, Boston\, Chicago\, and Detroit Symphony Orchestras. Highlights of recent seasons include premieres of works by Billy Childs and Gabriel Kahane\, performances with The Knights at Carnegie Hall\, and appearances with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. An esteemed chamber musician\, he collaborates frequently with ensembles such as the Brentano\, Pacifica\, Takács\, Miró\, and Tokyo Quartets\, and with artists including Mitsuko Uchida\, Yefim Bronfman\, Gil Shaham\, and Midori. He is a regular presence at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and major festivals worldwide. \nA graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music\, McGill serves on the faculties of The Juilliard School and Curtis\, where he holds the William R. and Hyunah Yu Brody Distinguished Chair. Deeply committed to equity and access\, he is Artistic Director of Juilliard’s Music Advancement Program and an active advocate for social justice initiatives within and beyond the concert hall.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/rockport-music-presents-a-far-cry-and-anthony-mcgill-clarinet/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rockport Music presents Mozart Sonatas
DESCRIPTION:Mark Steinberg\, violin & Jonathan Biss\, piano\nBrentano Quartet violinist Mark Steinberg joins pianist Jonathan Biss for three Mozart sonatas—K.305\, K.380\, and the expansive K.454—pairing youthful energy and lyrical warmth with the clarity\, balance\, and expressive interplay that define these remarkable works. \nProgram:\nSonata in A major\, K. 305\nSonata in E-flat major\, K. 380\nSonata in B-flat major\, K. 454 \nMARK STEINBERG\, violin\nViolinist Mark Steinberg is an active chamber musician and recitalist with a distinguished international career. He has appeared at major chamber music festivals throughout Europe\, including engagements in Holland\, Germany\, Austria\, and France\, and participated for four summers at the Marlboro Music Festival\, touring extensively with the ensemble. His U.S. appearances include the El Paso Festival\, Bargemusic in New York\, Chamber Music Northwest\, and performances with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. \nA frequent and versatile collaborator\, Steinberg has performed trio and duo recitals with pianist Mitsuko Uchida\, including their presentation of the complete Mozart violin sonata cycle at London’s Wigmore Hall in 2001\, followed by additional recitals in other major cities. As a soloist\, he has appeared with the London Philharmonia\, Los Angeles Philharmonic\, Auckland Philharmonia\, Kansas City Camerata\, and the Philadelphia Concerto Soloists\, working with conductors such as Kurt Sanderling\, Esa-Pekka Salonen\, and Miguel Harth-Bedoya. \nAn ardent advocate for contemporary music\, Steinberg has collaborated closely with many composers and performed with leading new-music ensembles including the Guild of Composers\, Da Capo Chamber Players\, Speculum Musicae\, and Continuum\, with whom he has toured and recorded extensively. He has also performed and recorded on period instruments with the Helicon Ensemble\, Four Nations Ensemble\, and the Smithsonian Institution. \nSteinberg holds degrees from Indiana University and The Juilliard School\, where he studied with Louise Behrend\, Josef Gingold\, and Robert Mann. He has taught at Juilliard’s Pre-College Division\, Princeton University\, and New York University\, and is currently on the violin faculty of the Mannes College of Music. \nJONATHAN BISS\, piano\nJonathan Biss is an internationally acclaimed pianist recognized for his profound musicianship\, intellectual curiosity\, and deeply communicative performances. Born in 1980 into a musical family\, he began piano studies at age six and grew up in Bloomington\, Indiana\, studying with Karen Taylor and Evelyne Brancart. At seventeen\, he entered the Curtis Institute of Music to study with Leon Fleisher\, an experience central to his artistic development. \nBiss has established himself as one of the leading pianists of his generation\, appearing regularly with major orchestras and conductors worldwide. He has performed with the Cleveland Orchestra\, New York Philharmonic\, Los Angeles Philharmonic\, Chicago Symphony Orchestra\, Boston Symphony Orchestra\, and Philadelphia Orchestra\, as well as many of Europe’s leading ensembles. His collaborators have included Lorin Maazel\, Esa-Pekka Salonen\, Simon Rattle\, and Yannick Nézet-Séguin. He is also a frequent recitalist in major concert halls across North America\, Europe\, and Asia. \nEspecially admired for his interpretations of the core classical repertoire—particularly Beethoven\, Schubert\, Mozart\, and Brahms—Biss has released numerous critically acclaimed recordings. These include a complete cycle of Beethoven’s piano sonatas\, issued in nine volumes\, as well as recordings of concertos and chamber music. \nCommitted to education and musical inquiry\, Biss is the author of Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas and a long-standing member of the faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/rockport-music-presents-mozart-sonatas/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Humor & Harmony
DESCRIPTION:Part concert\, part film\, part comedy – Humor & Harmony reinvents the traditional recital\, colliding brilliant music\, original shorts\, and sharp humor. Cellist-filmmaker Nicholas Canellakis and pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown move seamlessly from gorgeous classics to their own virtuosic arrangements and originals to their wildly popular comedy films (which have garnered tens of millions of views online)\, creating one unforgettable evening. \nMICHAEL STEPHEN BROWN\, piano\nMichael Stephen Brown is a composer and pianist hailed by the New York Times as “one of the leading figures in the current renaissance of performer-composers.” The 2026 Andrew Wolf Award Winner and a recent fellow at both MacDowell and Yaddo\, he is also a recipient of Lincoln Center’s Emerging Artist Award and an Avery Fisher Career Grant. Brown performs internationally and receives commissions from orchestras\, soloists\, and festivals around the world. \nRecent highlights include a recital at Alice Tully Hall for CMS\, and collaborations with cellist Nicholas Canellakis and violinists Pinchas Zukerman\, Kristin Lee\, and Arnaud Sussmann. He is currently composing The Carnival of Endangered Wonders\, a CMS-led project co-presented by a consortium of US presenters. His first album devoted entirely to his music\, Twelve Blocks\, will be released in February 2026. Brown is also composing the score for Angeline Gragasin’s upcoming film Look But Don’t Touch and lives in New York City with his two 19th-century Steinways\, Octavia and Daria. \nNICHOLAS CANELLAKIS\, cello\nCellist Nicholas Canellakis is an innovative and widely sought-after performer whose career bridges classical tradition and creative exploration. He appears internationally as a soloist and chamber musician and tours widely in recital with pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown. A longtime artist of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center\, he performs regularly at major venues and festivals worldwide and serves as Artistic Director of Chamber Music Sedona. \nCanellakis recently joined the cello faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music. Equally active beyond the concert stage\, he is an accomplished filmmaker\, actor\, and comedian whose creative content has reached millions of viewers. His latest album\, (b)romance\, was released in 2023\, and he performs on an 1840 Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume cello.Canellakis recently joined the cello faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music\, his alma mater. His latest album\, (b)romance\, featuring original works with Michael Stephen Brown\, was released in 2023. He performs on an 1840 Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume cello.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/humor-harmony/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural
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SUMMARY:Piers Lane & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Piers Lane\, piano | Michael Stephen Brown\, piano | Danbi Um\, violin | Aaron Boyd\, violin | Barry Shiffman\, viola | Nick Canellakis\, cello | Adrianne Pieczonka\, soprano\nInternationally acclaimed pianist Piers Lane—renowned for his versatility as soloist and chamber musician—joins a star-studded ensemble in a program of works by Schubert\, Holst\, Elgar\, and a selection of folk songs brought by celebrated soprano Adrianne Pieczonka. \nPROGRAM\nSCHUBERT: Fantasie in F minor\, D. 940\nHOLST: Four Songs for Violin and Voice\nSelection of Songs\nBRITTEN: The Trees they grow so high (trad. English folksong)\nVAUGHAN WILLIAMS: Silent Noon from The House of Life\nREBECCA CLARKE: The Seal Man\nH. HUGHES: I have a bonnet trimmed with blue (trad. folksong)\nIntermission\nELGAR: Piano Quintet\, Op. 84 \nPIERS LANE\, piano\nLondon-based Australian pianist Piers Lane enjoys an international reputation as an engaging\, searching\, and highly versatile performer\, equally at home in solo\, chamber\, and concerto repertoire. A five-time soloist at the BBC Proms\, his concerto repertoire exceeds one hundred works and has led to performances with many of the world’s leading orchestras\, appearing in over forty countries and in major venues including Wigmore Hall\, London’s principal concert halls\, and Carnegie Hall. \nLane is a familiar presence at major festivals worldwide\, including Aldeburgh\, Bath\, Bergen\, Prague Spring\, La Roque d’Anthéron\, Ruhr Klavierfestival\, Seattle\, Rockport\, and the Chopin festivals in Warsaw and Paris. In 2015\, he was appointed Artistic Director of the Sydney International Piano Competition\, where he has championed innovative initiatives supporting pianists and composers. \nAn esteemed collaborator and adjudicator\, Lane has worked closely with violinist Tasmin Little\, actress Dame Patricia Routledge\, and the Goldner String Quartet. His extensive discography for Hyperion and other labels includes acclaimed recordings of rare Romantic concertos and chamber music. A former professor and now Honorary Member of the Royal Academy of Music\, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) and received the Sir Bernard Heinze Award in 2022. \nMICHAEL STEPHEN BROWN\, piano\nMichael Stephen Brown is a pianist\, composer\, and artistic leader praised for his “ravishing tone and panache” (The New York Times). He appears regularly as a soloist and chamber musician at major venues including Carnegie Hall\, Lincoln Center\, Wigmore Hall\, and on international tours. \nA frequent collaborator with leading artists such as cellist Nicholas Canellakis\, Brown is known for performances that seamlessly integrate classical repertoire with his own compositions and arrangements. His works have been commissioned and performed by the New York Philharmonic\, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra\, and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. A longtime CMS artist and former member of Ensemble Connect\, Brown is also a dedicated educator and curator\, bringing imaginative programming and contemporary perspectives to the concert stage. \nDANBI UM\, violin\nPraised by The Strad as an “utterly dazzling” artist and by New York Classical Review for her “mesmerizing grace\,” violinist Danbi Um captivates audiences with her virtuosity\, distinctive sound\, and interpretive sensitivity. A Silver Medalist at the Menuhin International Violin Competition and winner of the 2018 Salon de Virtuosi Career Grant\, she appears widely as a soloist\, recitalist\, and chamber musician. \nRecent and upcoming engagements include appearances with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia\, the Phillips Collection in Washington\, D.C.\, and festivals such as Saratoga Performing Arts Center\, Santa Fe\, and La Musica. An avid chamber musician\, Um regularly performs with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and other leading presenters. \nA recording artist for Avie Records\, her debut album Much Ado: Romantic Violin Masterworks was released in 2023\, with a second album forthcoming. Born in Seoul\, Um studied at the Curtis Institute of Music and Indiana University and performs on a 1683 Nicolo Amati violin. \nAARON BOYD\, violin\nAaron Boyd has established an international career as a soloist\, chamber musician\, orchestral leader\, recording artist\, and educator. Since his New York recital debut in 1998\, he has appeared at major venues throughout the United States\, Europe\, Russia\, and Asia. A season artist of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center\, Boyd has performed at festivals including Marlboro\, La Jolla\, Aspen\, Music@Menlo\, and Rockport. \nBoyd is a former member of the Escher String Quartet and a recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and the Martin E. Segal Prize from Lincoln Center. Deeply interested in the history of the violin\, he is a frequent lecturer and a contributing writer to The Strad\, and has participated in projects such as Oberlin Acoustics and Strad3D. \nA passionate advocate for new music\, Boyd has collaborated with composers including Milton Babbitt and Elliott Carter. He is Director of Chamber Music and Chair of Strings at the Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University and performs on a 1700 Matteo Goffriller violin. \nBARRY SHIFFMAN\, viola\nViolinist and violist Barry Shiffman has enjoyed a distinguished career as a performer\, recording artist\, teacher\, and arts leader. He made his debut with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra at age 15 and in 1989 co-founded the St. Lawrence String Quartet. During his 17 years with the ensemble\, he performed more than 2\,000 concerts worldwide\, including appearances at Rockport Music\, and recorded several critically acclaimed albums for EMI Classics. \nA highly respected teacher and chamber music coach\, Shiffman has served as artist-in-residence at Stanford University and as visiting artist at the University of Toronto\, and has been involved in the premieres of hundreds of new works. He was recently named Dean of The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto\, following many years of leadership there and at the Banff Centre. Shiffman is the recipient of the Nadia Boulanger Prize for Excellence in Teaching and an honorary doctorate from the University of Calgary. \nNICK CANELLAKIS\, cello\nNicholas Canellakis\, cello\, is one of today’s most innovative and sought-after performers\, known for a career that bridges classical tradition and creative exploration. He appears internationally as a soloist and chamber musician and tours widely in recital with pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown. A longtime artist of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center\, he performs regularly at major venues and festivals worldwide and serves as Artistic Director of Chamber Music Sedona. Canellakis is a member of the cello faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music and is equally active as a filmmaker and comedian\, with creative content reaching millions of viewers. \nADRIANNE PIECZONKA\, soprano\nAdrianne Pieczonka\, soprano\, is internationally acclaimed for her commanding performances in opera and concert repertoire. Renowned for her interpretations of Wagner\, Strauss\, Beethoven\, and Mozart\, she has appeared at leading houses including the Metropolitan Opera\, Vienna State Opera\, Bavarian State Opera\, and Royal Opera House\, Covent Garden. A frequent collaborator with major orchestras worldwide\, she is also a dedicated educator and serves on the vocal faculty of the University of Toronto.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/piers-lane-friends/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Music: Romantic to Contemporary
DESCRIPTION:Join us mid-Festival for an illuminating exploration of chamber music from the Romantic era to the present day. This engaging lecture traces how composers expanded the emotional depth\, color\, and possibilities of chamber music—from the sweeping expressiveness of the 19th century to the bold experimentation and diverse voices of today. \nBoth insightful and accessible\, this lecture invites audiences to discover how chamber music continues to evolve\, inspire\, and speak powerfully to our own time.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/beyond-the-music-romantic-to-contemporary/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T213000
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SUMMARY:Galvin Cello Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Following their spectacular 2025 Festival appearance\, the Galvin Cello Quartet returns for an encore performance\, bringing vibrant international energy and bold artistry to the stage. Prizewinners at the Fischoff and Victor Elmaleh Competitions\, the ensemble is praised for its glorious sound and for redefining the cello quartet as a dynamic force in chamber music. \n“The Quartet’s cellists are brilliant instrumentalists and thoughtful musicians individually\, but their renditions as a group are glorious.” -Arnold Steinhardt (Guarneri Quartet) \nPraised as a quartet whose “cellists are brilliant instrumentalists and thoughtful musicians individually\, but their renditions as a group are glorious\,” (Arnold Steinhardt\, Guarneri String Quartet) the Galvin Cello Quartet burst onto the scene after capturing the Silver Medal at the 2021 Fischoff Competition. Riding on the momentum of their Fischoff success\, Galvin went on to win the 2022 Victor Elmaleh Competition and joined the Concert Artists Guild roster. With members from Brazil\, South Korea\, and the United States\, the Quartet takes its name from the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall at Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music\, where three of its members – Sydney Lee\, Haddon Kay\, and Luiz Fernando Venturelli – met as students in the studio of acclaimed pedagogue Hans Jørgen Jensen. In June of 2024\, the Quartet welcomed James Baik\, another former student of Jensen\, as their newest member. \nWith their untamable desire to create\, change\, and ultimately bring joy through music\, the Galvin Cello Quartet is incredibly excited to make the undeniable case that the cello quartet belongs at the center of the expressive lexicon for chamber music alongside other traditional forms. The group’s vibrant international spirit reflects its artistic mission to bring together new works from diverse cultural backgrounds and dazzle audiences with the cello’s limitless capabilities. Each a true virtuoso with a distinct voice\, the members of the Galvin Cello Quartet are able to authentically occupy a wide array of styles\, colors and moods\, as well as shifting roles within given arrangements. Recent highlights include performances and educational residencies at Rockport Music Festival\, Bravo! Vail\, Ravinia\, Ascent International Cello Festival\, Merkin Hall\, and a reappearance at Newport Classical.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/galvin-cello-quartet/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
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SUMMARY:Cello-bration! A Family Concert
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for an engaging musical adventure with a lively cello quartet! In this warm and welcoming concert\, four cellists come together to share the rich\, expressive sound of on of the most beloved instruments in the orchestra. With music that ranges from playful and energetic to lyrical and beautiful\, audiences will experience just how many colors and emotions the cello can create. Along the way\, the musicians will introduce the instrument and show hour four cellos can blend together to create a full and vibrant sound. Young listeners will discover how the cello can sing\, dance\, and even surprise you with sounds you might not expect. \nPraised as a quartet whose “cellists are brilliant instrumentalists and thoughtful musicians individually\, but their renditions as a group are glorious\,” (Arnold Steinhardt\, Guarneri String Quartet) the Galvin Cello Quartet burst onto the scene after capturing the Silver Medal at the 2021 Fischoff Competition. Riding on the momentum of their Fischoff success\, Galvin went on to win the 2022 Victor Elmaleh Competition and joined the Concert Artists Guild roster. With members from Brazil\, South Korea\, and the United States\, the Quartet takes its name from the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall at Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music\, where three of its members – Sydney Lee\, Haddon Kay\, and Luiz Fernando Venturelli – met as students in the studio of acclaimed pedagogue Hans Jørgen Jensen. In June of 2024\, the Quartet welcomed James Baik\, another former student of Jensen\, as their newest member. \nWith their untamable desire to create\, change\, and ultimately bring joy through music\, the Galvin Cello Quartet is incredibly excited to make the undeniable case that the cello quartet belongs at the center of the expressive lexicon for chamber music alongside other traditional forms. The group’s vibrant international spirit reflects its artistic mission to bring together new works from diverse cultural backgrounds and dazzle audiences with the cello’s limitless capabilities. Each a true virtuoso with a distinct voice\, the members of the Galvin Cello Quartet are able to authentically occupy a wide array of styles\, colors and moods\, as well as shifting roles within given arrangements. Recent highlights include performances and educational residencies at Rockport Music Festival\, Bravo! Vail\, Ravinia\, Ascent International Cello Festival\, Merkin Hall\, and a reappearance at Newport Classical.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/cello-bration-a-family-concert/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T213000
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SUMMARY:Embrace the Rainbow Volume 2
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of live music in the relaxed\, lounge-like setting of Upstairs on Main\, where great music meets a casual atmosphere with the bar open throughout the event. \nStep into a dazzling night of song and storytelling as vocalist Thom Smoker joins forces with pianist Nick Place for a vibrant cabaret celebrating the legendary “J” icons of music. Blending iconic hits with heartfelt interpretation and theatrical flair\, this sparkling program journeys from intimate ballads to bold\, brassy showstoppers. Featuring the music of luminaries like John Legend\, Elton John\, Billy Joel\, and Judy Garland\, the evening shines with star power\, Pride\, and irresistible charm—an unforgettable tribute to timeless artistry and joyful performance.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/embrace-the-rainbow-volume-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T191206
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SUMMARY:Nightingale’s Sonata
DESCRIPTION:Anna Stube\, violin | Jeanie Chung\, piano | Thomas Wolf\, author\, narrator\nThe Nightingale’s Sonata tells the moving\, uplifting story of one of the first internationally renowned female violinists\, combining live music\, projected historical photographs\, and narration by the author. Music by César Franck weaves through this powerful multimedia portrait of artistry and resilience. \nANNA STUBE\, violin\nNineteen-year-old Latvian violinist Anna Štube has captivated audiences with her remarkable depth of expression and a musical voice devoted to communicating compassion and humanity. Recognized as a featured artist on CBC Music’s 2022 “30 Under 30” roster\, she made her orchestral debut at age thirteen with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra\, marking the beginning of a rapidly emerging international career.Anna’s honors include First Prize at the 2019 Orchestre symphonique de Montréal Manulife Competition\, where she became the youngest winner in the competition’s history; the 2024 Corcoran Concerto and Chamber Music Competitions at the Glenn Gould School; and the Grand Prize at the Canadian Music Competition. During the 2024–25 season\, she returned to the Calgary Philharmonic as a MacLachlan Ridge Emerging Artist. Recent highlights include her Koerner Hall debut performing Britten’s Violin Concerto with the Royal Conservatory Orchestra under Earl Lee\, as well as appearances with the National Ballet of Canada Orchestra\, Calgary Civic Symphony\, and Kensington Sinfonia. \nA passionate chamber musician\, Anna has collaborated with ensembles including the Kronos Quartet\, LGT Young Soloists\, and the Grammy-nominated ARC Ensemble\, and worked with artists such as Midori\, Christian Tetzlaff\, James Ehnes\, and Noah Bendix-Balgley. Her festival appearances include the Banff International String Quartet Festival\, Rockport Chamber Music Festival\, and Toronto Summer Music. \nAnna is the recipient of the 2024 Sylva Gelber Music Foundation Award and is pursuing a Bachelor of Music at the Glenn Gould School\, studying with Jonathan Crow. She performs on a 1667 Andrea Guarneri violin generously loaned by CANIMEX Inc. \nJEANIE CHUNG\, piano\nPianist Jeanie Chung is an accomplished soloist\, chamber musician\, and educator\, widely respected for her refined artistry\, musical insight\, and collaborative versatility. She has performed at major venues including Carnegie Hall and appears regularly throughout the United States and abroad in partnership with leading instrumentalists and vocalists. \nEqually committed to teaching\, Chung serves on the piano faculty of the Manhattan School of Music\, where she is Chair of Keyboard Studies. In this role\, she shapes the school’s piano program\, mentors students at all levels\, and fosters an environment emphasizing technical excellence\, intellectual curiosity\, and artistic individuality. She is a frequent guest artist and pedagogue\, giving master classes and workshops internationally. \nAs a performer\, Chung is admired for her expressive depth\, clarity of texture\, and stylistic sensitivity across a wide-ranging repertoire. Through her dual career as performer and educator\, she continues to inspire audiences and students alike through her artistry\, leadership\, and dedication to musical excellence. \nTHOMAS WOLF\, author\, narrator\nThomas Wolf is an acclaimed author\, narrator\, and cultural commentator known for his insightful writing and engaging storytelling. His work explores the arts\, creativity\, and the human experience\, bringing clarity and depth to complex ideas while remaining accessible to broad audiences. As a writer\, Wolf has contributed widely to conversations about music\, culture\, and artistic life\, earning a reputation for intellectual rigor paired with a warm\, conversational voice. \nAs a narrator\, Wolf is admired for his expressive delivery and ability to bring texts vividly to life. His work spans literary\, historical\, and arts-related projects\, and he is frequently sought after for performances that require both emotional nuance and intellectual precision. Wolf regularly collaborates with musicians\, ensembles\, and cultural institutions on programs that integrate spoken word and music\, creating immersive\, interdisciplinary experiences. \nAn experienced educator and speaker\, Wolf leads workshops and lectures on writing\, storytelling\, and the arts. Through his work\, he continues to inspire curiosity\, reflection\, and meaningful connection.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/nightingales-sonata/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T213000
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SUMMARY:Poiesis Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Poiesis Quartet\, First Prize winners of the 2025 Banff International String Quartet Competition\, perform works by Haydn\, Prokofiev\, and others. Known for their bold energy and commitment to new music\, this acclaimed ensemble brings fresh perspective and vivid expression to the quartet tradition. PROGRAM HAYDN: Quartet in D Major\, Op. 71\, No. 2 KEVIN LAU: String Quartet No. 7 Intermission JEROD IMPICHCHAACHAAHA’ TATE: Pisachi (Reveal) for String Quartet PROKOFIEV: Quartet No. 2 in F major\, Op. 92 “Magnetic. These musicians have palpable chemistry and a remarkable warmth.” -San Francisco Classical Voice
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/poiesis-quartet/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T190000
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SUMMARY:Augustin Hadelich & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Augustin Hadelich\, violin | Jennifer Frautschi\, violin | Hsin-Yun Huang\, viola | Barry Shiffman\, viola | James Baik\, cello | Adrian Fung\, cello\nGRAMMY Award–winning violinist Augustin Hadelich takes center stage in a program that opens with a solo recital highlighting his extraordinary virtuosity and expressive range\, followed by an ensemble performance of Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence. A prizewinner at major international competitions\, Hadelich is widely admired for his commanding technique\, stylistic insight\, and musical intelligence. \nPROGRAM \nTELEMANN: Fantasia No. 8 in E Major TWV 40:21\nCOLERIDGE-TAYLOR PERKINSON: Louisiana Blues Strut: A Cakewalk & “Blue/s Forms”\nYSAŸE: Sonata No. 5 G major\nPAGANINI: Caprice No. 19 E-flat major & Caprice No. 16 G minor\nIntermission\nTCHAIKOVSKY: Souvenir de Florence \n“The essence of Hadelich’s playing is beauty: reveling in the myriad ways of making a phrase come alive on the violin\, delivering the musical message with no technical impediments whatsoever\, and thereby revealing something from a plane beyond ours.” -The Washington Post \nAUGUSTIN HADELICH\, violin\nAugustin Hadelich is widely regarded as one of the great violinists of our time\, celebrated for his phenomenal technique\, insightful musicianship\, and ravishing tone. He appears regularly on the world’s foremost concert stages and has performed with all the major American orchestras as well as leading international ensembles including the Berlin Philharmonic\, Vienna Philharmonic\, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra\, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra\, and London Philharmonic Orchestra. \nDuring the 2025 summer festival season\, Hadelich appears with the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood\, the Mahler Chamber Orchestra at the Enescu Festival in Bucharest\, and the Orchestre de Paris at the Lucerne Festival\, in addition to performances at the BBC Proms\, Aspen Music Festival\, and Grant Park Music Festival. In the 2025–26 season\, he will serve as Artist in Residence with the Boston Symphony Orchestra\, appearing in concerto\, chamber music\, and solo recital performances. He will also perform with the Chicago Symphony\, Cleveland Orchestra\, New York Philharmonic\, Philadelphia Orchestra\, Pittsburgh Symphony\, Houston Symphony\, St. Louis Symphony\, San Diego Symphony\, New World Symphony\, and the National Arts Centre Orchestra in Ottawa. International engagements include appearances with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra\, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig\, Staatskapelle Dresden\, Munich Philharmonic\, Vienna Symphony\, Czech Philharmonic\, Finnish Radio Symphony\, Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia\, and many others. Recitals will take him to major cities across North America\, Europe\, and Asia. \nHadelich’s extensive discography reflects his stylistic versatility. He received a GRAMMY Award for his recording of Dutilleux’s L’Arbre des songes with the Seattle Symphony and Ludovic Morlot. A Warner Classics artist\, his recent releases include American Road Trip with pianist Orion Weiss\, winner of the 2025 OPUS KLASSIK Award\, as well as recordings of Paganini’s 24 Caprices\, the Brahms and Ligeti concertos\, Bach’s complete Sonatas and Partitas\, and Recuerdos. \nBorn in Italy to German parents and now a dual American-German citizen\, Hadelich won the Gold Medal at the 2006 Indianapolis International Violin Competition. He is the recipient of an Avery Fisher Career Grant\, a Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship\, and Musical America’s Instrumentalist of the Year award. He holds an Artist Diploma from The Juilliard School\, is on the faculty of the Yale School of Music\, and performs on the 1744 Guarneri del Gesù “Leduc\, ex Szeryng\,” on loan from the Tarisio Trust. \nJENNIFER FRAUTSCHI\, violin\nTwo-time GRAMMY nominee and Avery Fisher career grant recipient violinist Jennifer Frautschi has appeared as soloist with innumerable orchestras such as the Cincinnati Symphony\, Chicago Symphony\, Los Angeles Philharmonic\, Milwaukee Symphony\, Minnesota Orchestra\, and St Paul Chamber Orchestra. She is an artist-member of the Boston Chamber Music Society and has appeared at all of the major chamber music festivals in America. \nHer extensive discography includes the Stravinsky Violin Concerto with the Philharmonia Orchestra and Prokofiev’s Violin Concerti with the Seattle Symphony. Born in Pasadena\, California\, Jennifer performs on a 1722 Stradivarius violin known as the “ex-Cadiz\,” and teaches at Stony Brook University. \nHSIN-YUN HUANG\, viola\nHsin-Yun Huang is recognized as one of the foremost violists of her generation\, admired for her expressive artistry\, advocacy for new music\, and commitment to education. She has appeared as soloist with leading orchestras including the Berlin Radio Orchestra\, Bavarian Radio Orchestra\, Tokyo Philharmonic\, Bogotá Philharmonic\, and Beijing’s NCPA Orchestra\, becoming the first violist to perform a concerto there. \nA sought-after chamber musician\, she appears regularly at festivals such as Marlboro\, Santa Fe\, Music@Menlo\, and La Jolla\, and has toured extensively with the Brentano String Quartet. Huang is the founder of VivaViola!\, dedicated to expanding the viola repertoire through collaboration and dialogue. She serves on the viola faculties of The Juilliard School and The Curtis Institute of Music\, and performs on a 1735 Testore viola. \nBARRY SHIFFMAN\, viola\nRockport Music’s Classical and Rockport Chamber Music Festival Artistic Director\, Barry Shiffman\, viola\, is a distinguished performer\, educator\, and arts leader. A founding member of the St. Lawrence String Quartet\, he appeared in more than 2\,000 concerts worldwide and recorded extensively for EMI Classics. Equally respected as a teacher and administrator\, he holds senior leadership roles at the Banff Centre and The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. \nJAMES BAIK\, cello\nCellist James Baik has been praised for his “undeniable authority” and “warmth emerging in lyricism” (Le Soir) following his acclaimed performance at the 2021 Queen Elisabeth Competition. A First Prize Winner of the 2023 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions\, he is a YCA Jacobs Fellow\, recipient of the Paul A. Fish Memorial Prize and Bridgehampton Chamber Music Prize\, and is managed worldwide by Young Concert Artists. \nRecent highlights include recital debuts at the Kennedy Center and Merkin Hall\, concerto appearances with the Kansas City Symphony\, Colburn Orchestra under Sir Andrew Davis\, Orchestre Royal de Chambre de Wallonie\, and chamber performances at Rockport\, Bridgehampton\, and Buffalo. A member of the Galvin Cello Quartet\, Baik studies at the Colburn Conservatory with Clive Greensmith and performs on a J.B. Guadagnini cello on loan from an anonymous donor. \nADRIAN FUNG\, cello\nAdrian Fung\, cello\, is a versatile performer\, educator\, and arts leader\, best known as the founding cellist of the critically acclaimed Afiara Quartet. With the ensemble\, he is a winner of the Concert Artists Guild International Competition\, Young Canadian Musicians Award\, and recipient of Second Prizes at the Munich ARD and Banff International String Quartet Competitions\, as well as the Székely Prize for Best Interpretation of Beethoven. \nA JUNO-nominated artist and producer\, Fung has performed more than 600 concerts worldwide at venues including Carnegie Hall\, Wigmore Hall\, the Kennedy Center\, and Amsterdam’s Muziekgebouw. Praised for his “virtuosic” and “brilliant” playing\, he has appeared as soloist and collaborator with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra\, Kronos Quartet\, and DJ Kid Koala. He holds degrees from the San Francisco Conservatory\, Juilliard\, University of Toronto\, and USC\, and performs on a 1787 Benjamin Banks cello.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/augustin-hadelich-friends/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T170000
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SUMMARY:Finding Dory
DESCRIPTION:Finding Dory is an animated adventure that follows the forgetful but lovable blue tang fish\, Dory\, as she sets out to find her long-lost parents. Along the way\, she reunites with old friends and makes new ones\, discovering the true meaning of family and perseverance.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/finding-dory/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T210000
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SUMMARY:Delirium Musicum
DESCRIPTION:Delirium Musicum is a thrilling chamber orchestra acclaimed for its bold programming\, period-inspired performance\, and electrifying\, genre-crossing spirit. With members from nine countries\, the ensemble swept all five categories in the 2025 San Francisco Classical Voice Audience Choice Awards\, earning recognition as one of today’s most exciting and innovative ensembles. \nPROGRAM\nPROKOFIEV: Romeo and Juliet: Montagues and Capulets *\nSAINT-SAËNS: Danse Macabre *\nG. SMITH: Cactus Yucca Scrub\nSATIE: Gnossienne N.1 *\nRICHTER: The Four Seasons Recomposed: Summer\nIntermission\nGLASS: Echorus\nSCHUBERT: Erlkönig *\nMONTGOMERY: Banner for Solo String Quartet and String Orchestra\nVIVALDI: The Four Seasons: Winter \n*Piece arranged for Delirium Musicum by Gianluca Bersanetti \n“Virtuosic and versatile…“This exciting young ensemble is a step ahead\, ready for anything.” -Los Angeles Times \nFounded in 2018 by violin virtuoso Etienne Gara\, Delirium Musicum is a Los Angeles–based string ensemble that channels the artistic excellence\, energy\, and leadership of a new generation of musicians. Drawing inspiration from the city’s vibrant cultural mosaic and boundary-bending spirit\, the ensemble forges a distinctive musical identity shaped by diversity\, spontaneity\, and bold artistic curiosity. Its members represent nine countries across four continents\, and their programs juxtapose music from across eras and styles\, creating performances that invite audiences into deeply human and immediate musical experiences. \nPraised as “ferocious and rhythmically mesmerizing” by San Francisco Classical Voice\, Delirium Musicum is widely recognized for its out-of-the-box programming and electrifying live performances. Los Angeles Times critic Mark Swed describes the group as “a step ahead\, ready for anything—virtuosic and versatile.” Through concerts\, tours\, recordings\, and multimedia projects\, the ensemble reaches audiences of wide-ranging backgrounds and musical tastes. \nDelirium Musicum’s debut album\, Seasons\, was released on Warner Classics in April 2023 to international acclaim. Critics across Europe praised the ensemble’s intensity\, urgency\, and ability to connect deeply with listeners\, with Diapason noting the group’s energy and tension in its vivid interpretations. Recent projects include Treelogy\, a three-part collaborative work with composers Billy Childs\, Steven Mackey\, and Gabriella Smith\, commissioned by The Soraya and premiered in Los Angeles in 2023. Inspired by California’s Joshua trees\, sequoias\, and redwoods devastated by wildfires\, the project was hailed by the Los Angeles Times as “a sublime\, classical ode to California’s redwoods\, sequoias and Joshua trees.” \nCommunity engagement is central to Delirium Musicum’s mission. During the pandemic\, Gara and violinist YuEun Kim launched MusiKaravan\, traveling the West Coast in a 1971 VW bus to perform socially distanced concerts for diverse communities. The project evolved into an award-winning streaming series and continues today. The ensemble also presents Baby Concerts\, developed with USC’s Brain and Creativity Institute\, offering interactive musical experiences for infants\, toddlers\, and caregivers. \nDelirium Musicum has received numerous honors\, including a Global Music Awards Silver Medal\, and in 2025 swept all five categories in the San Francisco Classical Voice Audience Choice Awards\, affirming its place as one of today’s most exciting and innovative ensembles.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/delirium-musicum/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T210000
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SUMMARY:Joshua Bell & Larisa Martinez
DESCRIPTION:Husband-and-wife duo Joshua Bell and Larisa Martínez present The Voice and the Violin\, a genre-spanning program exploring art song\, opera\, musical theater\, and works by Puerto Rican and Spanish composers—an acclaimed collaboration presented at major festivals and concert halls nationwide. \n“Bell and Martínez’s musical sensibilities were evenly matched\, the soprano’s delicate voice fitting well with the violinist’s effortless playing… the program retained the feel of an intimate\, 19th-century salon\, yet didn’t pass up the chance for big\, impressive moments.” — Cleveland Classical \nJOSHUA BELL\, violin\nWith a career spanning nearly four decades\, GRAMMY® Award–winning violinist Joshua Bell CBE is one of the most celebrated and influential artists of his era. He has performed with virtually every major orchestra in the world and maintains an extraordinarily active career as a soloist\, recitalist\, chamber musician\, conductor\, and Music Director of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. In 2025\, Bell was awarded an honorary Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by King Charles III for services to music. \nHighlights of Bell’s 2024–25 season include the release of two new albums: Thomas De Hartmann Rediscovered\, featuring the world premiere recording of De Hartmann’s Violin Concerto with the INSO-Lviv Orchestra\, and an album of Mendelssohn piano trios recorded with longtime collaborators Jeremy Denk and Steven Isserlis. An avid recitalist\, Bell tours internationally and performs his popular Voice and the Violin program with soprano Larisa Martínez throughout North America. As a guest soloist\, he appears with leading orchestras including the New York Philharmonic\, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra\, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France\, and Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra\, while also conducting and performing with major ensembles across Europe and the U.S. \nBell has served as Music Director of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields since 2011\, following a relationship with the orchestra that dates back to 1986. His recordings with the Academy include GRAMMY®-nominated and chart-topping releases\, and his contract has been extended through the 2027–28 season. \nA champion of new music\, Bell has commissioned and premiered works by John Corigliano\, Edgar Meyer\, Jessie Montgomery\, Jennifer Higdon\, Kevin Puts\, and others. His GRAMMY®-winning recording of Nicholas Maw’s Violin Concerto is among many acclaimed releases for Sony Classical\, with whom he has recorded more than forty albums. \nBorn in Bloomington\, Indiana\, Bell studied with Josef Gingold\, debuted with the Philadelphia Orchestra at age 14\, and made his Carnegie Hall debut at 17. He continues to inspire audiences worldwide through performances\, recordings\, education initiatives\, and innovative collaborations across musical genres. \nLARISA MARTINEZ\, soprano\nInternationally acclaimed soprano Larisa Martínez is widely recognized as one of the most compelling vocal artists of her generation. Born and raised in Puerto Rico\, she is praised for her warm lyric coloratura voice\, expressive musicianship\, and captivating stage presence. Opera News lauded her portrayal of Rossini’s Corinna (Il viaggio a Reims)\, writing that “Ms. Martínez cut an elegant figure\, her deportment on stage matching that of her singing.” \nMs. Martínez has appeared in leading operatic roles including Violetta (La Traviata) with Wichita Grand Opera\, Sophie (Werther) alongside Piotr Beczala\, and Maria (West Side Story) conducted by Lawrence Foster at Festival Napa Valley\, sharing the stage with tenor Michael Fabiano. Her concert appearances include Mahler’s Symphonies Nos. 2 and 4\, Mozart’s Requiem\, Villa-Lobos’ Floresta do Amazonas\, and performances presented by Renata Scotto in Rome\, recorded for Euroclassics. \nIn 2019\, Martínez made her Kennedy Center recital debut and her Carnegie Hall Stern Auditorium debut singing Mahler’s Resurrection Symphony. She created the role of Isaura in the world premiere of Mercadante’s Francesca da Rimini in Italy under Fabio Luisi and Pier Luigi Pizzi. That same year\, she was invited to Cuba as part of President Barack Obama’s artistic delegation\, appearing in the Emmy®-nominated PBS special Live from Lincoln Center: Seasons of Cuba. \nFor the past three years\, Ms. Martínez has toured internationally with Andrea Bocelli\, performing at venues including Madison Square Garden and the Hollywood Bowl. She also collaborates frequently with violinist Joshua Bell\, including PBS broadcasts and an upcoming Voice and the Violin tour. A winner of the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions (Puerto Rico)\, Martínez holds degrees from the Music Conservatory of San Juan\, the University of Puerto Rico\, and Mannes School of Music. She is a proud artistic resident of Turnaround Arts\, championing arts education nationwide. \nPETER DUGAN\, piano\nPianist Peter Dugan is celebrated for performances that combine virtuosity\, versatility\, and bold musical imagination. His debut appearances with Michael Tilson Thomas and the San Francisco Symphony were described by the Los Angeles Times as “stunning” and by the San Francisco Chronicle as “fearlessly athletic.” Heard nationwide as the host of NPR’s From the Top\, Dugan maintains an active career as a soloist\, recitalist\, and chamber musician across North America and abroad. \nA sought-after multi-genre artist\, Dugan has collaborated with musicians and artists ranging from Itzhak Perlman\, Renée Fleming\, and Joshua Bell to Jesse Colin Young and Glenn Close. The Wall Street Journal has described his partnership with violinist Charles Yang as a “classical-meets-rockstar duo.” He has appeared in chamber music recitals presented by Carnegie Hall\, Music@Menlo\, and the Chamber Music Society of Palm Beach\, and has performed as a soloist with orchestras including the San Francisco\, Houston\, and Kansas City Symphonies. \nDugan’s recordings include a release of Ives’ Fourth Symphony with Tilson Thomas and the San Francisco Symphony\, named one of the New York Times’ top classical albums of 2019\, and A Silent Night: A WWI Memorial in Song with baritone John Brancy. A Juilliard graduate\, he serves on the Juilliard Evening Division faculty and is a Yamaha Artist.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/joshua-bell-larisa-martinez/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Theatre
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SUMMARY:A Tribute to the Trumpet Greats
DESCRIPTION:Jens Lindemann\, trumpet \nTerra Quartet | Matt Catingub\, piano | Dave Landoni\, bass | Mark Walker\, drums | Chloe Swindler\, trumpet\nTrumpeter Jens Lindemann leads an ensemble in a program that opens with a classical trumpet concerto and concludes with a lively tribute to the instrument’s greats\, from Louis Armstrong and Chet Baker to Doc Severinsen and others. A recipient of the Order of Canada\, Lindemann brings virtuosic command and genre-spanning artistry to this celebratory evening. \nProgram\nHANDEL: Suite in D Allegro\nJ.S. BACH: Air from Orchestral Suite No. 3.\nVIVALDI: Concerto for Two Trumpets\nELLINGTON: Echoes of Harlem\nPIAZZOLLA: Oblivion\nGILLILAND: Dreaming of the Masters\nIntermission\nJ.S. BACH: Toccata\nWEBB: MacArthur Park\nCHAPLIN: Smile\nFAGAN: My Old School\nCLINE: Crazy\nAvinu Malkeinu (traditional)\nDANIELS: Diabolus ad Georgiam Descendit\nPETERSON: Hymn To Freedom \nJENS LINDEMANN\, trumpet\nAs the first classical brass soloist to receive the Order of Canada\, trumpeter Jens Lindemann is widely regarded as one of the most celebrated artists in the history of his instrument. Recently named International Brass Personality of the Year by Brass Herald\, Lindemann has built an extraordinary career that spans classical and jazz\, redefining the role of the trumpet on the world stage. \nLindemann has performed in virtually every major concert venue worldwide\, including the Philharmonics of New York\, Los Angeles\, London\, Berlin\, Moscow\, and Tokyo\, as well as Carnegie Hall and even the Great Wall of China. His wide-ranging career includes appearances as an orchestral soloist\, a featured performer at the 2010 Olympic Games for a global audience of two billion\, performances at London’s Last Night of the Proms\, lead trumpet work with the Canadian Brass\, and a Command Performance for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. His accolades include GRAMMY® and Juno nominations\, Germany’s Echo Klassik Award\, British Bandsman Solo CD of the Year\, and multiple honorary doctorates. \nTrained at The Juilliard School and McGill University\, Lindemann has collaborated with leading artists and conductors including Sir Neville Marriner\, Charles Dutoit\, Pinchas Zukerman\, Doc Severinsen\, and Kent Nagano. Critics praise his “golden timbre and virtuosic flair” (The New York Times). \nBased in Los Angeles\, Lindemann is Professor with High Distinction at UCLA and Director of the Banff Centre Summer Brass Program. He is an international Yamaha Artist\, performing exclusively on 24K gold-plated instruments.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/a-tribute-to-the-trumpet-greats/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Masterclass with Jens Lindemann
DESCRIPTION:Get a special look into practice and performance as renowned trumpeter Jens Lindemann works with young musicians in both classical and jazz backgrounds. \nABOUT THE ARTIST\nAs the first classical brass soloist to receive the Order of Canada\, trumpeter Jens Lindemann is widely regarded as one of the most celebrated artists in the history of his instrument. Recently named International Brass Personality of the Year by Brass Herald\, Lindemann has built an extraordinary career that spans classical and jazz\, redefining the role of the trumpet on the world stage. \nLindemann has performed in virtually every major concert venue worldwide\, including the Philharmonics of New York\, Los Angeles\, London\, Berlin\, Moscow\, and Tokyo\, as well as Carnegie Hall and even the Great Wall of China. His wide-ranging career includes appearances as an orchestral soloist\, a featured performer at the 2010 Olympic Games for a global audience of two billion\, performances at London’s Last Night of the Proms\, lead trumpet work with the Canadian Brass\, and a Command Performance for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. His accolades include GRAMMY® and Juno nominations\, Germany’s Echo Klassik Award\, British Bandsman Solo CD of the Year\, and multiple honorary doctorates. \nTrained at The Juilliard School and McGill University\, Lindemann has collaborated with leading artists and conductors including Sir Neville Marriner\, Charles Dutoit\, Pinchas Zukerman\, Doc Severinsen\, and Kent Nagano. Critics praise his “golden timbre and virtuosic flair” (The New York Times). \nBased in Los Angeles\, Lindemann is Professor with High Distinction at UCLA and Director of the Banff Centre Summer Brass Program. He is an international Yamaha Artist\, performing exclusively on 24K gold-plated instruments.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/masterclass-with-jens-lindemann/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rockport Music presents Balourdet & Terra Quartets
DESCRIPTION:The Balourdet Quartet and Terra String Quartet join forces with Artistic Director Barry Shiffman on viola for an expansive program featuring works by Borodin and Ravel\, Shostakovich’s Octet\, and the U.S. premiere of a work by Osvaldo Golijov. This collaboration brings together prizewinning ensembles for an evening of intensity\, imagination\, and bold collective artistry. \nProgram \nBORODIN: String Quartet No 2\nGOLIJOV: Tintype (US Premiere)\nIntermission\nRAVEL : String Quartet in F minor\, M35\nSHOSTAKOVICH : Two Pieces for Octet\, Op. 11 \nBALOURDET QUARTET\nAngela Bae\, violin | Justin DeFilippis\, violin | Benjamin Zannoni\, viola | Russell Houston\, cello \nThe Balourdet Quartet is acclaimed for its vibrant energy\, fearless creativity\, and masterful blend of technical precision and emotional depth\, bringing fresh perspective to both classical masterworks and contemporary repertoire. The ensemble’s close musical rapport and willingness to take risks have earned major recognition\, including an Avery Fisher Career Grant and Chamber Music America’s Cleveland Quartet Award in 2024. Performing more than seventy concerts per season\, the Quartet has made notable debuts at Carnegie Hall and Wigmore Hall\, and has premiered new works by Karim Al-Zand\, Paul Novak\, and Nicky Sohn\, supported by grants from Chamber Music America and the Barlow Foundation. \nFounded in 2018\, the Balourdet Quartet’s roots trace to the Taos School of Music\, where founding members bonded over chamber music\, shared meals\, and friendship—later joined by violist Benjamin Zannoni at Rice University. The ensemble has since earned top prizes at the Concert Artists Guild Competition\, Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition\, Banff International String Quartet Competition\, Premio Paolo Borciani Competition\, and Yellow Springs Competition\, and trained at the New England Conservatory Professional String Quartet Program under Paul Katz. \nTERRA QUARTET\nHarriet Langley\, violin | Amelia Dietrich\, violin | Chih-Ta Chen\, viola | Audrey Chen\, cello \nWinners of the 2025 Naumburg Chamber Music Competition and recent prizewinners at the Bordeaux and Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competitions\, the Terra String Quartet (TSQ) is a vibrant international ensemble based in New York City. Formed by graduates of The Juilliard School\, New England Conservatory\, Harvard University\, and the Curtis Institute of Music\, TSQ is recognized for its sincere storytelling\, artistic rigor\, and versatile approach to repertoire\, fostering genuine human connection through both performance and pedagogy. \nThe Quartet is the 2024–26 Fellowship Ensemble-in-Residence at the Yale School of Music\, where its members coach undergraduate chamber music ensembles. Known for performances that balance intellectual depth with emotional immediacy\, the Terra String Quartet continues to establish itself as a compelling and distinctive voice in today’s chamber music landscape. Outside the concert hall\, the members enjoy playing Mahjong together and deepening their shared curiosity about instruments and bows. \nBARRY SHIFFMAN\, violin/viola\nViolinist and violist Barry Shiffman has enjoyed a distinguished career as a performer\, recording artist\, teacher\, and arts leader. He made his debut with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra at age 15 and in 1989 co-founded the St. Lawrence String Quartet. During his 17 years with the ensemble\, he performed more than 2\,000 concerts worldwide\, including appearances at Rockport Music\, and recorded several critically acclaimed albums for EMI Classics. \nA highly respected teacher and chamber music coach\, Shiffman has served as artist-in-residence at Stanford University and as visiting artist at the University of Toronto\, and has been involved in the premieres of hundreds of new works. He was recently named Dean of The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto\, following many years of leadership there and at the Banff Centre. Shiffman is the recipient of the Nadia Boulanger Prize for Excellence in Teaching and an honorary doctorate from the University of Calgary.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/rockport-music-presents-balourdet-terra-quartets/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T170000
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SUMMARY:Rockport Music Gala: Yuja Wang\, piano
DESCRIPTION:Rockport Music Gala 2026 \nMidsummer Celebration \nFRIDAY\, JULY 10 \nCocktail Party and Dinner\, 5 PM | Millbrook Meadow \nConcert\, 8 PM | Concert Hall\nShalin Liu Performance Center \nJoin Rockport Music for our 2026 Rockport Music Gala: Midsummer Celebration on Friday\, July 10—a memorable evening featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang. \nOur elegant evening begins with cocktails and a gourmet dinner beneath a beautifully-appointed tent in the charming setting of Millbrook Meadow. Guests will then move to the newly refreshed Shalin Liu Performance Center for a special performance by internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang. Renowned for her extraordinary virtuosity\, interpretive depth\, and commanding stage presence\, Wang will deliver a thrilling conclusion to an unforgettable night. \nWe are deeply grateful for your support and look forward to celebrating the joy of music with you! \nYuja Wang\, piano\nPianist Yuja Wang is internationally acclaimed for her charismatic artistry\, emotional honesty\, and commanding stage presence. Renowned for both her extraordinary virtuosity and the spontaneity of her performances\, she is one of the most compelling classical artists of our time\, appearing regularly with the world’s leading orchestras\, conductors\, and musicians. As she has noted in The New York Times\, “I firmly believe every program should have its own life\,” a philosophy that shapes her bold and deeply personal approach to music-making. \nBorn into a musical family in Beijing\, Wang began piano studies at an early age before pursuing advanced training in Canada and later at the Curtis Institute of Music\, where she studied with Gary Graffman. Her international breakthrough came in 2007\, when she stepped in for Martha Argerich as soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra\, launching a major global career. Two years later\, she signed an exclusive recording contract with Deutsche Grammophon\, cementing her position among the leading pianists of her generation. \nWang’s artistic daring was recently showcased in a landmark marathon performance at Carnegie Hall\, where she joined Yannick Nézet-Séguin and the Philadelphia Orchestra to perform all four of Rachmaninoff’s piano concertos and the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini in a single afternoon\, celebrating the composer’s 150th anniversary. A passionate advocate for contemporary music\, she has also given the world premiere of Magnus Lindberg’s Piano Concerto No. 3. \nHer recordings have earned numerous honors\, including Musical America’s Artist of the Year and an Opus Klassik Award. With her fearless programming and vivid musical imagination\, Yuja Wang continues to redefine the role of the classical artist in the 21st century. \n“Yuja Wang was the brilliant pianist\, projecting the solo part to a nicety and getting every note to glitter.” –Financial Times \nGala Table Sponsors\nIMPRESARIO — $20\,000 (12 VIP tickets)\nInvitation to post-concert reception with the artists\nTable host will be invited to 2 exclusive chamber music events featuring high profile artists \nVIRTUOSO— $10\,000 (8 VIP tickets)\nInvitation to post-concert reception with the artists \nMAESTRO — $5\,000 (4 VIP tickets) \nADDITIONAL BENEFITS\nPremier concert & VIP dinner table seating\nVIP post-concert dessert reception with the artists\nListing in Gala materials\nInvitation to the Season Kick-off Party \nGala Tickets\nBENEFACTOR — $1\,250\nListing in Gala materials \nPATRON — $900 \nConcert tickets will not be mailed.\nAll Gala tickets will be provided upon arrival at the Gala Check-in table.\nRockport Music is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring a love and understanding of music through exceptional live performances and creative learning opportunities.\nPlease Note: Only the tax-deductible portion of the event can be made through a donor advised fund. \nTo reserve your seat at Rockport Music’s Summer Gala\, please contact Susan Rogers\, Senior Development Officer\, at 978.546.7391 ext. 106 or srogers@rockportmusic.org.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/rockport-music-gala-yuja-wang-piano/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T170000
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SUMMARY:Rockport Music On the Town
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 11\, 2026 On the Town transforms Rockport into a day full of live music\, contemporary circus\, and fun from Harvey Park and Bearskin Neck to Front Beach and Millbrook Meadow. The Shalin Liu Performance Center will host tours and concerts\, and Millbrook Meadow will serve as the day’s hub with a tented performance space for music\, circus\, and hands-on activities for all ages. There are many ways you can be “On the Town”. We are looking for performers across genres who are excited to share their work\, volunteers who want to support a free day of family fun\, and of course audience members for all the shows happening throughout the day! Discover What’s Happening A full schedule of performers and map of community stage locations will be released in mid-June. Across Town Live music pops up throughout Rockport all day long\, beginning at the farmers’ market in Harvey Park and continuing through downtown\, Bearskin Neck\, and Front Beach. Community stages feature rotating performances by musicians from across Cape Ann and beyond. 9am music starts at the Rockport Exchange Farmers’ Market 10-12pm community stage performances 3-6pm community stage performances Shalin Liu Performance Center The concert hall and third-floor reception room will be open for tours\, hands-on activities\, and a collage-style concert featuring short performances by community artists. 11am doors open for docent-led tours and kids craft activities on the third floor. 2-5pm collage concert of community stages artists Millbrook Meadow A tented performance space blends contemporary circus and live music\, from an afternoon picnic-style performance to an evening spectacle. Visitors can also try circus activities throughout the day with teaching artists from Seaside Circus Cape Ann. Feature performances 12pm Circus 617 Mixtape featuring the Balourdet Quartet and Mile Wilder 6:30pm Circus Extravaganza finale featuring the Boston Circus Guild and Emperor Norton’s Stationary Marching Band Find Yourself On the Town Musicians Calling musicians from the North Shore and beyond! We’re looking for performers across genres who are excited to share their work in an open\, community-centered setting while maintaining a high level of artistic quality and engagement. Apply to perform here: On the Town Musician Application. Applications are due Friday\, June 5. There will be rotating performances on the hour at 5 outdoor Community Stage locations throughout Rockport\, from 10am-12pm and 3pm-6pm. Each selected applicant will also have the opportunity to be assigned a 10 minute slot to perform at the Shalin Liu Performance Center stage. Each group will receive an honorarium\, dependent on number of performers and number of performances. Volunteers Interested in supporting Rockport Music On the Town as a volunteer? With music all over town and events happening throughout the day at the Shalin Liu Performance Center and our big tent on Millbrook Meadow\, we almost certainly have a place for you to help out! Volunteers will be scheduled in 2 to 3 hour shifts and will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of assignments including: Setup\, Community Stage Monitor\, Millbrook Meadow Activity Support\, Shalin Liu Performance Center\, Artist Liaison\, and Breakdown/Cleanup. Read more to find what fits your interests and sign up here: On the Town Volunteer Sign Up. Families Rockport Music On the Town is for everyone–families\, too! Millbrook Meadow will be a vibrant hub of activities include opportunities to try out circus skills with Seaside Circus Cape Ann\, instrument exploration with Johnson Strings\, and tours and nature activities from volunteers with the Millbrook Meadow Conservancy. The third floor of the Shalin Liu Performance Center will be an air-conditioned escape with crafting activities for kids. Inquiries If you are a member of the press\, social media corps\, or a business interested in learning more about On the Town\, please reach out to Rockport Music Creative Content Strategist\, Julian Mendoza: jmendoza@RockportMusic.org
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/rockport-music-on-the-town-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T170000
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SUMMARY:Rockport Music: A Beethoven Finale
DESCRIPTION:with the Rockport Festival Chorus\nand Soloists: Erin Wagner\, soprano | Emily Marvosh\, mezzo-soprano | Daniel McGrew\, tenor | Joseph Parrish\, baritone \nThe Festival closes with a dramatic program devoted to Beethoven\, culminating in a powerful piano arrangement of the Ninth Symphony performed by Stewart Goodyear with the Rockport Festival Chorus. The evening also features violinist Yura Lee in Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No. 7 in C minor\, uniting intimacy and grandeur in a stirring Festival finale. \nPROGRAM\nBEETHOVEN: Violin Sonata\, No. 7 in C minor\nIntermission\nBEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 9 (arr. piano\, soloists\, & chorus) \nSTEWART GOODYEAR\, piano\nProclaimed “a phenomenon” by the Los Angeles Times and “one of the best pianists of his generation” by the Philadelphia Inquirer\, Stewart Goodyear is an accomplished concert pianist\, improviser and composer. Mr. Goodyear has performed with\, and has been commissioned by\, many of the major orchestras and chamber music organizations around the world. \nLast year\, Orchid Classics released Mr. Goodyear’s recording of his suite for piano and orchestra\, “Callaloo” and his piano sonata. His recent commissions include an orchestral work for the Chineke! Orchestra\, his Piano Quintet for the Penderecki String Quartet\, and a piano work for the Honens Piano Competition. His suite for solo violin\, “Solo” was recorded by violinist Miranda Cuckson on the Urlicht Audiovisual label\, and his work for cello and piano\, “The Kapak” was recording by cellist Inbal Segev on the Avie Records label. \nMr. Goodyear’s discography includes the complete sonatas and piano concertos of Beethoven\, as well as concertos by Tchaikovsky\, Grieg and Rachmaninov\, an album of Ravel piano works\, and an album\, entitled “For Glenn Gould”\, which combines repertoire from Mr. Gould’s US and Montreal debuts. His Rachmaninov recording received a Juno nomination for Best Classical Album for Soloist and Large Ensemble Accompaniment. Mr. Goodyear’s recording of his own transcription of Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker (Complete Ballet)”\, was chosen by the New York Times as one of the best classical music recordings of 2015. His discography is released on the Orchid Classics\, Naxos\, Analekta\, Bright Shiny Things\, Marquis Classics\, and Steinway and Sons labels. \nYURA LEE\, violin\nViolinist and violist Yura Lee is a multifaceted musician\, renowned for her rare virtuosity on both instruments and for a career spanning three decades across the world’s major concert stages. She has performed as a soloist with leading orchestras including those of New York\, Chicago\, Cleveland\, San Francisco\, Los Angeles\, and Baltimore\, and has given recitals at venues such as Wigmore Hall\, the Musikverein\, the Mozarteum\, the Palais des Beaux-Arts\, and the Concertgebouw. \nAt age twelve\, Lee became the youngest recipient of NPR’s Performance Today Debut Artist of the Year award. She has since received numerous international honors\, including an Avery Fisher Career Grant and top prizes at the Mozart\, Indianapolis\, Hannover\, Kreisler\, Bashmet\, Paganini\, and ARD Competitions. Her recording Mozart in Paris received the Diapason d’Or Award. \nAn active chamber musician\, Lee appears regularly at festivals including Marlboro\, Verbier\, Salzburg\, and Seattle\, and is a member of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and the Boston Chamber Music Society. She is Professor of Violin and Viola at USC’s Thornton School of Music. \nDaniel McGrew\, Tenor\nTenor Daniel McGrew\, praised for his “lovely\, nuanced tenor” (Boston Musical Intelligencer)\, performs a wide range of repertoire spanning opera\, musical theatre\, early music\, and contemporary works. A dedicated recitalist\, he has appeared with Brooklyn Art Song Society\, New York Festival of Song\, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society\, and the University Musical Society. His New York and Washington\, D.C. recital debuts were presented by Young Concert Artists. McGrew has performed at Carnegie Hall\, The Morgan Library\, and Marlboro and Tanglewood festivals\, and as soloist with ensembles including the Boston Pops and Richmond Symphony. Upcoming appearances include recitals across the U.S. and performances with the Chattanooga and Salina Symphonies. \nJoseph Parrish\, baritone\nBaritone Joseph Parrish\, winner of the 2022 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions\, is a recipient of the 2024 Sullivan Grant\, a third prize winner in the 2024 Opera Index Voice Competition\, and a member of the Salzburg Festival Young Singers Project. Recent highlights include his New York recital debut at Merkin Hall and performances with MasterVoices\, the Richmond Symphony\, Musica Sacra\, and Orchestra of St. Luke’s. He has appeared with Cincinnati Opera and made his European debut at the Salzburg Festival. An active concert artist\, he performs widely across the U.S. and Europe. \nErin Wagner\, mezzo-soprano\nMezzo-soprano Erin Wagner\, praised for her “versatility and musical curiosity” (Opera News)\, is an alumna of the Houston Grand Opera Butler Studio\, where she appeared in productions including The Wreckers\, Salome\, Madama Butterfly\, and Le nozze di Figaro. She has performed with Wolf Trap Opera\, the Metropolitan Opera\, Louisville Orchestra\, and Maryland Symphony. A recipient of top honors from the Naumburg\, Gerda Lissner\, George London\, and Young Concert Artists competitions\, she is also an acclaimed recitalist\, appearing at Carnegie Hall\, The Kennedy Center\, and San Francisco Opera. A Juilliard and Manhattan School of Music graduate\, she champions innovative and contemporary vocal repertoire.
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LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T150000
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SUMMARY:Sing
DESCRIPTION:Sing is an animated musical comedy about a struggling theater owner who stages a high-stakes singing competition to save his beloved venue. Featuring a cast of talented animal performers\, the film celebrates courage\, second chances\, and the power of following your dreams.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/sing/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T193000
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SUMMARY:Craig Finn & Patterson Hood
DESCRIPTION:Catch Craig Finn & Patterson Hood this summer on The Devils in the Details tour. Craig and Patterson will be performing on stage together at the same time\, sharing songs and stories. You don’t want to miss this special evening of music. \nCraig Finn\nCraig Finn is a Minnesota-bred singer/songwriter based in New York City\, best known as the singer of The Hold Steady. Finn spent the ’90’s leading Minneapolis indie band Lifter Puller\, which released 3 albums and an EP. After relocating to New York\, he joined with Lifter Puller member Tad Kubler to form The Hold Steady in 2003. The Hold Steady quickly achieved critical acclaim and a worldwide fanbase with their unique pairing of dense lyrical narratives with big rock guitars. The Hold Steady’s ninth album\, The Price Of Progress\, was released in March 2023\, commemorating the band’s 20th Anniversary. \nCraig Finn released his 6th solo album Always Been on April 4. Produced by Adam Granduciel (The War On Drugs)\, the album features musical performances by Granduciel and members of The War on Drugs\, Kathleen Edwards\, Sam Fender\, and more. \nAlways Been tells the story of a man who becomes a clergyman despite a lack of faith. The songs detail his rise\, fall\, and eventual redemption\, while also shining a light to sharply reveal the other characters that populate the world he moves through. A limited edition\, 92-page companion book Lousy With Ghosts accompanies the album and features 11 works of fiction by Craig Finn. These stories take place in the same universe as the record\, giving deeper looks at the characters within. \nFinn released his first solo album in 2012 with three additional solo LPs put forth from 2015 – 2019: Faith in the Future\, We All Want The Same Things\, and 2019’s I Need a New War – which coalesced into a sign-of-the-times musical trilogy. Finn’s fifth album\, A Legacy of Rentals was released in 2022 and received universal critical acclaim. \nThat’s How I Remember It is Craig Finn’s podcast series\, launched in 2022. Co-produced and distributed by Talkhouse\, the podcast series examines the connection between memory and creativity. Each episode features a discussion between Finn and one creator – including musicians\, authors\, filmmakers\, and more – about the role memory plays in their art. These exclusive conversations reveal the different ways each creator synthesizes their remembered life experience to tell stories about themselves and the world we live in. Podcast guests have included George Saunders\, Fred Armisen\, Bill Hader\, Lucinda Williams\, Johnny Marr\, Jason Isbell\, Duff McKagan\, Adam Duritz\, Ben Gibbard\, and many more. \nPatterson Hood\nPatterson Hood is an acclaimed singer-songwriter\, guitarist\, and co-founder of the Southern rock band Drive-By Truckers. Born in Muscle Shoals\, Alabama\, Hood grew up immersed in the region’s rich musical heritage\, with his father\, David Hood\, being a renowned session bassist for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Drawing inspiration from storytelling traditions and a passion for rock\, country\, and soul\, Hood’s music often explores themes of Southern identity\, social justice\, and personal introspection. While best known as frontman\, singer\, songwriter\, and guitar player for Drive-By Truckers\, he is also a writer of essays\, columns\, and short stories as well as a solo performer and producer. \nSince forming Drive-By Truckers in 1996 with Mike Cooley\, Hood has been a driving force behind the band’s narrative-driven sound\, blending gritty\, guitar-heavy arrangements with evocative lyrics. Albums like Southern Rock Opera (2001) and The Dirty South (2004) have solidified their reputation as one of the most influential Southern rock bands of their generation. \nBeyond his work with the Truckers\, Hood has released solo albums such as Killers and Stars (2004) and Heat Lightning Rumbles in the Distance (2012)\, showcasing his versatility as a songwriter. His newest solo album\, Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams\, produced by Chris Funk (The Decemberists) will be released via ATO Records in February 2025.Whether fronting the Truckers or performing solo\, Patterson Hood remains a vital force in modern music\, celebrated for his ability to turn life’s raw realities into compelling\, soul-stirring art\, and continues to be a powerful voice in contemporary Americana and Southern rock.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/craig-finn-patterson-hood/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T160000
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SUMMARY:The High Kings
DESCRIPTION:Ireland’s leading folk group\, The High Kings\, are set to excite fans once again with the announcement of their Rocky Road Tour 2026. As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling\, The High Kings have consistently brought the timeless tradition of folk music to audiences worldwide\, earning them chart-topping success and widespread acclaim. \n“A Folk Juggernaut” – The New York Times\nWith their signature blend of classic tradition and modern edge\, The Rocky Road Tour promises to be a vibrant showcase of Irish culture\, energy\, and musicality. \nFollowing a record-breaking 2024 – including a sold-out world tour\, a feature on Disney’s critically acclaimed Only Murders in The Building\, and over 5 million weekly streams – the band are showing no signs of slowing down. Their momentum continued in 2025 with a string of sold-out U.S. tour dates\, culminating in a headline performance at the legendary Troubadour in Los Angeles on March 23rd\, after stops in Kansas\, Nashville\, St. Paul\, St. Louis\, New York\, New Hampton\, Glen Ellen\, Ridgefield\, Alexandria\, and more. \nBut it was their inclusion on the soundtrack of Sinners—the current #1 movie worldwide\, starring Michael B. Jordan and directed by Ryan Coogler—that marked a defining moment in their global recognition. The film’s soundtrack\, already topping international streaming charts\, was curated by Oscar- and Grammy-winning composer Ludwig Göransson (Oppenheimer\, The Mandalorian\, Black Panther)\, a long-time admirer of The High Kings’ distinctive vocal blend and musicianship. After attending their sold-out show at The Troubadour in Los Angeles earlier this year\, Göransson selected two tracks—“The Rocky Road to Dublin” and “Go Lassie Go”—to feature prominently in the film’s score. \nThe Rocky Road Tour 2026 will build on this global success\, offering audiences a high-energy live show that reinforces The High Kings’ place at the forefront of Irish folk. With a renewed focus on storytelling\, musicianship\, and connection\, the tour reflects the group’s ongoing commitment to honouring Ireland’s folk legacy while pushing creative boundaries. \nAs well as their recorded music triumphs\, The High Kings have performed for hundreds of thousands across the globe and graced prestigious stages including Glastonbury Festival\, The Isle of Wight Festival\, Times Square\, NYC\, Trafalgar Square\, London (St. Patrick’s Day) and many more/ Their live television appearances have spanned the U.S.\, with performances on Good Morning America\, Good Morning LA\, The View\, and The Today Show. \n“Reinventing the Wheel” – Chicago Tribune \nThe past years also marked a series of standout collaborations\, including: \n• A stirring duet with Steve Perry (Journey) on The Streets of Kinsale\n• A powerful stadium performance of their anthem Glorio For Notre Dame with Jon Batiste\, in front of 30\,000 fans \n“The High Kings continue to set the bar for Irish folk bands worldwide” – Hot Press Magazine Tickets and dates for The Rocky Road Tour 2026 will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans are encouraged to follow The High Kings on social media for immediate updates. \nHappens on the following Dates:\nJul 17\, 2026\, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nJul 17\, 2026\, 8:00pm to 10:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/the-high-kings/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T193000
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SUMMARY:Martin Sexton
DESCRIPTION:Martin Sexton tours in support of the 25th anniversary of Live Wide Open\, his critically acclaimed double-vinyl live album. The show features fan favorites alongside new material and surprise covers. From The Fillmore to Carnegie Hall\, Sexton has influenced a generation of artists\, with songs featured in Scrubs\, Parenthood\, Masters of Sex\, and numerous films—though it’s his incendiary live performances\, honest songwriting\, and powerful vocals that keep fans coming back for more. \n“Master of dynamics\, reducing a room to silence with his blustering baritone\, then teasing that silence with a fluttering falsetto.” —Acoustic Guitar
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/martin-sexton/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T210000
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SUMMARY:Naturally 7
DESCRIPTION:Certain experiences burn themselves in your memory from the very first encounter. The jaw-dropping audio pyrotechnics that Naturally 7 put on display every night absolutely belong in that category. “A capella group” so vastly underplays what they create onstage that they had to coin a phrase – “Vocal Play” – to more accurately depict what they do. Naturally 7 is more than a tightly orchestrated collection of great singers. \n“The Best A Cappella Group in the World”– Quincy Jones \nThey transform their voices into actual human instruments\, effortlessly producing music of any genre. Their vocal choreography is so perfectly interwoven that they compelled the musical maestro himself\, Quincy Jones\, to declare that “Naturally 7 is the future of vocal music!!” Their sonic mastery was on full display in a series of unforgettable performances on “The World’s Best” TV show\, which premiered on CBS immediately following Super Bowl LIII. Hosted by comedian and “Car Karaoke” collaborator\, James Corden\, Naturally 7 reigned supreme as the world’s “Best Group”\, and cemented their singular status among the planet’s musical elite. \nThis was only icing on the cake of a still-vibrant 20-year career\, which includes 3 world tours – nearly 500 shows – with the incomparable Michael Bublé\, shared billing with global phenomenon Coldplay – including a sold out show at the Barclays Center – and owned the spotlight in a pair of national Cheerios commercials. In addition to Bublé\, Naturally 7 has shared the stage with numerous icons\, including Stevie Wonder\, Diana Ross\, Quincy Jones\, Sarah Connor\, Lionel Richie\, Ludacris\, The Roots\, and more. Counted among their world-famous fans are President Barack Obama\, Will.I.Am.\, Ellen DeGeneres\, Craig Ferguson\, Bill and Melinda Gates\, Jay Leno\, Allan Titchmarsh\, Mo’Nique\, Jools Holland\, and Arsenio Hall\, along with countless others. \nWith the release of their latest project\, 20/20\, Naturally 7 comes full circle\, adding a fresh spin on 20 fan favorites\, hand selected by fans the world over. This\, their eleventh studio album\, celebrates their 20th anniversary in the music industry\, giving music lovers all they could hope for\, and then some. For the members of Naturally 7 – “Ricky“ Lee Ricardo Cort\, Rod Eldridge\, N’namdi Bryant\, Sean Simmonds\, Dwight Stewart\, Roger Thomas\, and Warren Thomas – it’s a privilege to do what they love and bring so much joy to the hearts of their fans each and every night. It’s exactly what you would expect. When something is pure magic it’s destined to withstand the test of time. Naturally…Naturally 7.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/naturally-7/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T210000
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SUMMARY:The Clements Brothers
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of live music in the relaxed\, lounge-like setting of Upstairs on Main\, where great music meets a casual atmosphere with the bar open throughout the event. \nThe Clements Brothers are George and Charles Clements\, identical twins from New England. They’ve been playing and writing music together for as long as they can remember and ‘The Clements Brothers’ marks their first project together since playing in the internationally touring grass-roots band\, ‘The Lonely Heartstring Band’ with whom they put out two albums on Rounder Records. \n“Dandelion Breeze is an album that unassumingly and softly seeps into your soul and stakes its claim as one of the year’s best debuts.” – Mike Davies\, KLOF Magazine \nWith roots\, rock\, bluegrass\, jazz\, and classical influences\, George (on guitar) and Charles (on bass) aim to capture their singer-songwriter sensibilities in a unique blended voice\, at once enthralling and intimate\, groovy and serene. Their first album ‘Dandelion Breeze’ was released in 2023 on Plow Man Records and their sophomore record is set to be released in the Fall of 2026. The duo is a fusion of each brother’s unique musical journey\, and the result is music all its own\, filled with vocal harmonies\, instrumental virtuosity\, and a genuine love of song.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/the-clements-brothers/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T191206
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SUMMARY:Hayley Reardon & Seth Glier
DESCRIPTION:Join Hayley Reardon and Seth Glier for an intimate and deeply moving evening of song\, story\, and connection. Both acclaimed Massachusetts singer-songwriters and master storytellers\, Reardon and Glier bring songs that feel personal yet universal\, rooted in curiosity\, compassion\, and emotional honesty. \nHayley Reardon \nHayley Reardon is a critically acclaimed folk-pop singer and songwriter\, and a storyteller in the truest sense of the word. Her songs serve as postcards from an artist brave enough to take the road less traveled. Reardon dove head first into music at the young age of 15\, and has dedicated much of her life to writing\, recording and performing music around the world. With more than 85 original songs released to date\, Reardon’s music has been featured on multiple Spotify and Apple Music editorial playlists\, totaling more than 8 million streams on Apple Music alone. \nShe has shared the stage with artists including Lori McKenna\, Rodney Crowell\, Anaïs Mitchell\, Xavier Rudd\, John Paul White\, Dar Williams\, Rahcel Platten and most recently\, Ed Sheeran\, as Reardon was invited to perform at his Old Phone Pub pop-up in Ipswich\, Massachusetts in March of 2025. Her ever-deepening music carries a lyrical and melodic weight beyond her years\, being described as “brilliantly moving folk/pop with a lyrical depth and soul” (Performer Magazine) and “a melancholy little masterpiece” (American Songwriter Magazine). No Depression writes “Reardon is truly a treasure.” \nRaised in a coastal Massachusetts town north of Boston\, Reardon spent three years based in Nashville after High School followed by six years carrying her songs and stories all over the globe. In addition to her ongoing US touring\, Reardon has played nearly 300 shows across Europe (Germany\, Austria\, Switzerland\, Denmark\, Sweden\, Spain\, Italy\, UK\, Netherlands) and was awarded a six-month artist-in-residency program in Dachau\, Germany. \n2023 was one of creative abundance and artistic growth for Reardon. Her EP\, Changes was recorded in Barcelona with renowned Spanish guitarist Pau Figueres as producer and collaborator with the title track featuring an original bilingual duet with Catalan sensation Judit Neddermann. Along with her own releases\, Reardon co-wrote and sings on Seth Glier’s haunting single My Body Remembers. She was also nominated as 2023 Vocalist of the Year by the Boston Music Awards. \nAt the start of 2024\, Reardon released her first live album and accompanying concert video\, “Live at Starseed Studios.” The project features 13 tracks from Reardon’s songbook with special acoustic arrangements by Pau Figueres on flamenco guitar and Arnau Figueres on bass. Reardon then returned to Spain to record new music with the Figueres brothers at The Sound of Wood studio near Barcelona. The 8 song project\, entitled After Everything\, was released in September of 2024\, and takes a more organic approach with vocals and instrumentation tracked live with a five-piece band. Reardon’s extensive travels\, recent move back to the States\, and regrounding in a place close to her roots has given the songwriter much to contemplate. \nIn “The Way I Am”\, a single from the project\, Reardon reflects\, “I needed all this space just to feel the ache that has always been under everything.” These latest songs explore uncharted emotional depths for an artist who is already known for her capacity to access tenderness through heart opening melodies and distinctly expressive vocals. \nSeth Glier \nThe earth speaks to us in a myriad of ways — through ice cores\, through uplift and erosion\, through tree rings — languages we have the potential to restore our literacy in. Reconnecting with these quiet messages has set Seth Glier\, an avid mushroom forager and a Grammy-nominated artist from Western Massachusetts\, on a path of channeling nature’s longing for communion with humanity into song. His new album Everything is a collection of eight songs inviting us to imagine a future in which humans and the planet are re-aligned into mutual restoration. \nEach song presents a practical climate solution with concrete optimism.“What if this is the beginning\, not the beginning of the end\,” the album opens with bristling energy and hope on “Rise\,” an anthem about rewilding. “Finally Home” is a celebration of regenerative farming with driving doo wop vocal harmony. “Mammoth\,” written from the perspective of a wooly mammoth being brought back to life from frozen DNA\, invites us to consider the blip of human history against billions of years of evolution. The album’s guest stars Crys Matthews\, Hayley Reardon\, and Windborne elevate the record with surprise from the stark choir arrangement of “Birches” recorded a capella in an old church to “My Body Remembers\,” a flowing meditation on the transmission of healing\, EMDR & The Language of Trees. The album’s title track was inspired by an experience Seth had while foraging. “When I picked up the chantarelle mushroom and brought it towards my nose I first smelled sweet apricot and then my spine straightened suddenly. The feeling was like déjà vu. It was a first time\, yet somewhere inside of me I had done this once before. I was reconnecting to a knowledge I had already known.” The album is an acknowledgement of the sacred connections that exist between all living things and is an active questioning of what might be possible collectively. Everything is a reminder that the future is something we always have an influence over. \nSeth’s gifts are an innate curiosity and a fierce desire to connect with other people. His musical acumen provides him with a vehicle for both. He was worked as a cultural diplomat for the US State Department and collaborated with musicians in Ukraine\, Mongolia\, China\, and Mexico. Seth has shared the bill with a diverse list of artists ranging from the likes of Ronnie Spector\, James Taylor\, Ani DiFranco\, & Glen Campbell. As a producer\, music director\, or studio musician he has collaborated with Sophie B. Hawkins\, Tom Rush\, Antje Duvekot\, Richard Shindell\, Doctora Qingona\, Dar Williams\, Nick Carter\, & Cyndi Lauper. Seth is a five-time Independent Music Award winner and received a Grammy nomination for his album The Next Right Thing. With a commitment to using songwriting as a tool for positive change\, he has written with the students in Parkland\, FL for the “Parkland Project\,” cowritten with soldiers at Walter Reed\, and is an advocate for autism awareness citing his autistic brother Jamie as his greatest non-musical-musical influence.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/hayley-reardon-seth-glier/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T210000
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SUMMARY:Lucía
DESCRIPTION:Lucía returns to the Shalin Liu Performance Center with a voice that feels both timeless and vividly alive. A rising international artist\, Lucía first captured global attention as the first Mexican singer to win the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition\, where her soulful\, bilingual performance revealed an artist rooted equally in jazz tradition and Latin American song. \nLucía Gutierrez Rebolloso started her musical career at the age of two\, singing and dancing in her parents’ son jarocho band\, “Son de Madera.” She began studying voice at the age of 13 at Universidad Veracruzana\, and in 2022 received a bachelor’s degree in Jazz Studies from this same university. \nIn 2022\, she became the first artist from Mexico to enter the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition\, which she won. Lucía has already collaborated with several world-renown artists and musicians\, including Natalia Lafourcade\, Aloe Blacc\, La Santa Cecilia\, Quetzal\, Son de Madera\, Alex Mercado\, and the National Jazz Orchestra of Mexico (ONJMX in Spanish). She has performed on stages around world: Carnegie Hall\, Rose Hall at Jazz at Lincoln Center\, the Royce Hall at UCLA\, the ASU Gammage in Arizona\, El Cantoral\, the National Center for the Arts\, and the Teatro de la Ciudad Esperanza Iris in Mexico City. She has also performed in renowned festivals like the Folk Festival in Vancouver and the International Cervantino Festival in Guanajuato\, Mexico. \nMost recently\, Lucía released her first full album. Produced by Grammy-winner Matt Pierson\, it presents Lucía’s interpretations of jazz standards (“What a Difference a Day Makes\,” “You Must Believe in Spring\,” etc.) classic Spanish songs (including “Silencio\,” “La Llorona\,” “Como Fue”) and current pop songs (by Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo)\, featuring an extraordinary group of musicians including Edward Simon\, David Sanchez\, Larry Grenadier\, and Antonio Sánchez.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/lucia/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T170000
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SUMMARY:Mary Poppins
DESCRIPTION:Mary Poppins (1964) is a classic Disney musical about a magical nanny who brings joy and adventure to the Banks family in Edwardian London. Through unforgettable songs and whimsical escapades\, she teaches the children—and their parents—the importance of imagination\, kindness\, and family.
URL:https://massbytrain.com/event/mary-poppins/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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